1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Turbo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 64 L |
